Birds Up Podcast

From sourcing products around the world for H-E-B to helping build one of San Antonio’s most recognizable cultural celebrations, Tony Villarreal’s journey has been shaped by entrepreneurship, creativity and a willingness to pursue the things he’s passionate about.In this episode of Birds Up, Tony shares his journey from Monterrey to San Antonio and his time at UTSA, including rushing TKE and discovering a passion for music that led him to become a club and radio DJ and eventually start his own business. He also discusses how his career took him to H-E-B, where his work in global sourcing gave him the opportunity to find products and ideas from around the world and bring them to Texas consumers.Tony also takes us behind the scenes of the Barbacoa & Big Red Festival and the idea that grew into a celebration of two things deeply connected to San Antonio culture. He shares the entrepreneurial story behind the festival and how food, music and community have helped turn it into a San Antonio tradition.Show Notes:Barbacoa Big Red FestivalLand N TexasUT San Antonio AlumniUT San Antonio MembershipUTSA Football Thanks for tuning in! Don’t forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!

Randy Daniels likes to say that UT San Antonio chose him, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions he ever made. From meeting his future wife on campus to earning his degree in finance and beginning his career through an internship, his Roadrunner experience helped shape the leader, entrepreneur and community advocate he is today. In this episode, Randy shares his journey from commercial banking and Merrill Lynch to cofounding JDK Wealth Advisors. He talks about building a business centered on trust, creating opportunities for the next generation and giving back through the JDK Give Back volunteer program. We also discuss his service with the UT San Antonio Alumni Association, the importance of internships and how family, faith and a little moonwalking keep life interesting. Tune in for a fun and inspiring conversation about taking chances, building meaningful relationships and staying invested in the community that helped you get started! Show Notes:UT San Antonio AlumniUT San Antonio MembershipUTSA Football     Thanks for tuning in! Don’t forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!

The Alamo Audible crew joins the Birds Up Podcast to break down everything Roadrunner fans need to know heading into the 2026 UTSA Football season. We’ll discuss key returning players, new additions, position battles, must-watch matchups and the biggest questions facing the team. Can UTSA contend for an American Conference championship and return to the postseason? Tune in for expert insight, bold predictions and plenty of Roadrunner football talk as we get ready for kickoff. Birds Up! Show Notes:UT San Antonio Alumni/UT San Antonio MembershipUTSA FootballAlamo Audible     Thanks for tuning in! Don’t forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!

Leadership isn't confined to the boardroom—and healing doesn't happen by chance. This week, we're joined by Executive MBA alumna Dr. Holly Keyt, Medical Director of the Lung Transplant Program at UT Health San Antonio, to explore how business leadership and medicine come together to transform lives. From leading one of the country's most respected lung transplant programs to expanding access to specialized care across Texas, Dr. Keyt shares the lessons she's learned about service, strategy, resilience, and hope. Whether you're a healthcare professional, aspiring leader, or proud Roadrunner, this conversation will leave you inspired. Tune in, subscribe, and join us as we celebrate another incredible UT San Antonio alumna making an impact. Birds Up! Show Notes:UT San Antonio AlumniUT San Antonio Alumni EventsAlumni GalaUT Health San Antonio - Pulmonology Thanks for tuning in! Don’t forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!

Season 5 is officially in the books, and what a journey it's been! Join Andrew, Melissa and Josh as they reflect on an incredible season of the Birds Up Podcast, revisiting some of their favorite interviews, memorable moments, behind-the-scenes stories and the conversations that made this season so special. From distinguished alumni and industry leaders to coaches, entrepreneurs and changemakers, every guest brought a unique perspective that continues to showcase the impact of the UTSA community. Most importantly, this episode is a thank you to our guests for sharing their stories and to our listeners for tuning in, supporting the podcast and being part of the Birds Up family. Whether you've been with us since Episode 1 or just discovered the show this season, we appreciate you coming along for the ride. Tune in for one last look back at Season 5, and get ready for what's ahead in Season 6. Be sure to subscribe, leave us a review, and share the podcast with your fellow Roadrunners. The conversation doesn't stop here—Birds Up! ----------------------------------------------------- Show Notes:  UT San Antonio AlumniUT San Antonio Alumni EventsAlumni Gala           Thanks for tuning in! Don’t forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!